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Dr. Lopez and his great medical contribution to the Hispanic community of Indianapolis

Originally from Colombia, Dr. Alfredo Lopez-Yunez completed his core medical training at the Javeriana University School of Medicine and at the National University of Colombia-Institute of Clinical Genetics in 1991 before moving to the United States to complete his internship, residency and further training. Since the beginning of his medical training, Dr. Lopez has been …

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What is electromyography used for?

Electromyography measures the health of a patient’s muscles and nerve cells . Through this procedure, nervous, muscular and transmission dysfunctions between nerves and muscles are diagnosed. Electromyography uses small electrodes, which are inserted into the muscle through a needle or through patches attached to the skin , to determine its activity. The result will give …

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What is an electroencephalogram? EEG

The electroencephalogram is a test that, through the use of electrodes, can determine the electrical activity of the brain . This allows brain diseases such as epilepsy to be detected. The electroencephalogram uses small metal discs that fit on the patient’s scalp , which allows electrical impulses to occur, achieving communication between neurons. This neuronal …

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What are the benefits of capsule endoscopy?

Capsule endoscopy (or capsular endoscopy) is a procedure that seeks a new way to diagnose digestive problems, without the discomfort of a traditional endoscopy. Traditional endoscopy uses a long tube that is inserted from the patient’s throat to the rectum, which has a camera in which the digestive tract can be seen. Let’s see what …

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